OEM alu handbrake on wood

Paul330d · 02-03-2007, 12:40 PM

I have the stock poplar trim with alu auto gearstick & iDrive knob, but I'm not fond of the the black leather //M handbrake, because the leather edges are too harsh on my delicate pink skin

I don't like the poplar handbrake, either, so was wondering if I should go with the alu version to match the iDrive & the auto gearstick...

SMOKE EM IF U GOT EM!! · 02-03-2007, 01:55 PM

i bought it bro. i have the burl trim and i think it adds to the gear selector
lovely. go for it paul

Paul330d · 02-03-2007, 02:34 PM

Thanks. Any chance of a photo if you get the chance?

SMOKE EM IF U GOT EM!! · 02-03-2007, 06:36 PM

i dont mind, but its nite time here. do u mind seeing it in the dark for now? then ill get u another one tomm...

Paul330d · 02-04-2007, 08:09 AM

That would be great. Take your time. Thanks

SMOKE EM IF U GOT EM!! · 02-04-2007, 11:25 AM

sorry it took soo damn long. my gurl made me take her for a ride this morning! but here they are and a couple of shots where we stopped!

DocRoss · 02-04-2007, 02:17 PM

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Originally Posted by SMOKE EM IF U GOT EM!!

sorry it took soo damn long. my gurl made me take her for a ride this morning! but here they are and a couple of shots where we stopped!

Great Looking car-really, really nice

SMOKE EM IF U GOT EM!! · 02-04-2007, 03:01 PM

thank u sir!! i wouldve had sum better shots today but it was brick cold out!

Paul330d · 02-05-2007, 12:23 AM

Damn, the handbrake looks great. It matches the gear selector much better than my //M version does. Many thanks for taking the trouble to post the photos. I ordered the handle from my dealer this morning

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Originally Posted by SMOKE EM IF U GOT EM!!

thank u sir!! i wouldve had sum better shots today but it was brick cold out!

Lol, yeah I see the heated seats are on full blast

BTW, how easy is it to replace the brake handle?

omranyk · 02-05-2007, 12:38 AM

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Originally Posted by SMOKE EM IF U GOT EM!!

sorry it took soo damn long. my gurl made me take her for a ride this morning! but here they are and a couple of shots where we stopped!

SMOKE EM IF U GOT EM!! · 02-05-2007, 06:22 AM

Its a simple install. You have to lift up the boot surround, clip the old ziptie off, and install the grip w a new one, which isnt included. 5 min install and well worth imo. Thanks again for all the comps guys!

yes they were on full blast and still not doing nething. its 9 degrees outr this a.m. brrrrrrrrrrrrrr!!!!!!!

Paul330d · 02-05-2007, 08:39 AM

Thanks for the DIY. I'll let you know how I get on.

MacAttack · 02-05-2007, 02:13 PM

I don't have burl trim....just alum. Here's a couple of pics. Hope this helps.

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SMOKE EM IF U GOT EM!! · 02-05-2007, 10:37 PM

i love the look of the alm. trim mac.! very classy. i shouldve stuck w my initial order for it.

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SMOKE EM IF U GOT EM!! Lieutenant Colonel 216 Rep 1,793 Posts Drives: 06' E90 330, 20' F97 X3m Join Date: Feb 2006 Location: L.I, NY iTrader: (1) Garage List 2006 330i SPORT [7.34]	Its a simple install. You have to lift up the boot surround, clip the old ziptie off, and install the grip w a new one, which isnt included. 5 min install and well worth imo. Thanks again for all the comps guys! yes they were on full blast and still not doing nething. its 9 degrees outr this a.m. brrrrrrrrrrrrrr!!!!!!! __________________ LIVE FAST..DRIVE FASTER!!
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MacAttack Colonel 29 Rep 2,134 Posts Drives: fast enough Join Date: Nov 2006 Location: Afghanistan iTrader: (0) Garage List 2007 BMW [0.00]	I don't have burl trim....just alum. Here's a couple of pics. Hope this helps. __________________ 2007 E92 335i Coupe: Monaco Blue/Premium/Sports/Winter Package/Nav/CA/6MT/TT/Active Cruise/Active Steering/iPod/Rear Shade/Tint/Short Shifter/OEM Alum Pedals//
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